Creative Zen with prob

Every time I try to sync music to my Zen I get a message that says the device is full whether I'm using wmp or another program and I can't format the player either,I have the latest firmware .Any help would be greatly appreciated.

How much storage space you have on the player ? Maybe you could do a Recovery Mode and then do a Clean Up. To get to the Recovery Mode, Hold down the Play/Pause button while switching on the player.

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Creative Zen with keys that don't play well.

,Creative Zen with keys that don't play well.uHello all,
I have had a Creative Zen 6 GB for a couple of years. It is has not been a pretty picture. This product has been the most problematic mp3 player I have ever owned...but it has usually played music and I have been able to navigate the menus. A couple of months ago, the keys started to not respond very well. It almost seems like they are stiff and when I press them (not all, but most), they just don't do what they once did. If i keep on? mashing on the keys, eventually I can get it into working order enough to use, but what a royal pain this has been. I don't know if I should continue messing with it if there is physical damage, which it feels like. However, I have not used it that much and don't know what may have caused this, other than bouncing around in a gym bag.
Anyone have any thoughts before it goes to the scrap heap?

. It is physical damage & they just wear out. They wear out faster when they are pushed very hard. The control pad can be replaced. You can DYI or send to someone to repair. DYI? repair services

30 gig Creative Zen Firmware Prob

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Hi I own a 30 gig Creative Zen Xtra Mp3 player and have been having a problem with it. I have owned it for 3 months. When I turn the player on it starts to rebuild the library but crashes about ?s of the way in and states that there is a firmware problem. Once this screen has come up I cannot turn the player off so I have to remove the battery. I followed instructions posted on another site and entered the rescue menu and selected re- install OS. I deleted the old one and downloaded the <SPAN>Firmware Update version .20.08. I opened the file and a warning came up saying that the firmware I have on my mp3 player is more recent than the one I wanted to install. The mp3 player I own is a old model so I thought that this was wrong. I continued and installed the new firmware. I rebooted the player and it rebuilt the library to the previous level only to crash again stating a firmware problem despite the update. After this I selected the clean up option. It scanned the disc but nothing changed.
<SPAN>I have no other options from the player except to enter the rescue menu. I cannot even turn the player off. When I reinsert the battery it turns on and attempts to rebuild the library and then crashes and the firmware crashes icon will stay until the battery runs out. I run Windows XP home on my computer and I can find no other people complaining of the exact symptoms as mine. Thanks for any help.

If you have tried all this then I can only think the player is faulty.
If it's under warranty then obviously contact Creative Support. If it's not under warranty you can of course also contact Creative Support to get it repaired.
It might be the hard disk which is at fault which you can replace yourself, but it's hard to know this is the problem for sure.

Creative zen battery prob

after i upgraded the firware of my creative zen 4gb to .0.05,
i encountered a serious battery problem.the battery drains dead even if my player is shut down.and the battery drains easily.only about 4-5 hours of use(audio).
help pls..

Hey guys!
Sorry for my earlier rant... I was just sooo pissed off about this player. I think I've solved my problem, here's what originally happened:
The first time I tried upgrading the firmware, the player froze and the process didn't complete normally. After that, the player didn't want to turn back on.. it froze on a black screen right after the ZEN logo/text. My computer couldn't even see/discover the player anymore... So I had to restart using the "safe boot" option (holding down the play/pause button while turning the player on). After that, I upgraded the firmware again, and it seemed to have worked, until I noticed that the battery life sucked now, and that the battery kept draining overnight, even if the player was shutdown.
Now after ranting and raving on this forum yesterday, I tried upgrading the player again; it warned me that I was upgrading using the same version already installed, but I did it anyway. It re-flashed normally, and the battery was full charged when I did it. From last night to this morning (over 2 hours), I used the player a bit here and there (for audio/music), and I left it on the table all night; and this morning, when I turned it back on, the battery was still full charge! So from what I can understand, the battery stopped draining overnight! (unless I just didn't give it enough time to drain by itself... even so, I wouldn't have been full charge this morning!)
So for anyone that has had problems with this firmware, I would suggest you re-flash again, using the latest update file available... I will keep using my Zen, without recharging it, until it's drained again. I will post within a few days to tell you guys if it really seems to be working right. Hope this helps, if not, there's always the next firmware version to try out.
P.S.: Is it just me or are the cables and such that came with the payer a little on the cheap side
A 3-inch USB cable WTF Come on creative, not everyone has front panel USB ports! Even the stock earphones look pretty cheap, the wire's so thin, I'm afraid of snapping it! Sound quality is pretty good tho.
Things to think about for the next FW version:
- AC3 audio decoding please! (and all the other types of audio that are not currently compatible with the ZEN).
- Automatic resizing filter to 320x240 resolution (while playing/decoding). I'm not 100% sure the player has enough processing power to achieve this, but it wouldn't hurt to try! It's good that the payer is compatible with Xvid/DivX but you still have to re-encode everything you want to put in it, or you'll see "can't display resolution". But since the converter that comes with the ZEN software is sooooo **bleep** slow to convert (but does a good job), any option like automatic downsizing/resizing will be greatly appreciated by anyone watching videos/movies on this thing. Would it be so hard to incorporate a decoder-filter in this thing
- What else would you guys like to see available on the next FW update

Creative Zen Touch Prob

Ok So I decided to format my creative zen touch (the firmware, clean up the whole deal), no problem.. untill I restart the mp3 player and now I get a "firmware problem" screen and then it refers me to the rescue mode.
So now I try to clean up the disk... done
I reload the firmware ... done
reboot
Back to the recue mode, aha? Ok so I plug the zen touch in to my computer, well finally something starts to happen atleast the windows recognizes my zen touch.
Great I think... untill the problems start coming again, since my zen touch claims I have zen touch version "0.0.0" I think I should update the thing, it says the station is docked... and the firmware program says my zen touch isen't plugged in
So now I'm here stuck without firmware, with a windows that finds my zen touch .. says its plugged in but the firmware **bleep** can't find it, and neither can my windows after 4-5 minutes
What am I dealing with here? and how do I solve all of these problems?
what have I done to deserv this?
And for gods sake do not refer me to any "problems faqs" because I've tried all of em, and my zen touch is not broken since it worked perfectly untill I just did this.Message Edited by Flores42 on 06-29-2006 :34 AM
here is a picture of whats going on too
http://img450.imageshack.us/my.php?image=chea2po.jpgMessage Edited by Flores42 on 06-29-2006 2:7 PM

Dansumthing wrote:I have the EXACT same problem. I tried to install the playsforsure firmware on it, and it hung about 5% of the way through, and now my player is useless. I can't reinstall any firmware on it because the firmware upgrade programs say they cannot detect my player.Would've been nice if they included a warning with the firmware that says "If this upgrade doesn't work, your player will be ruined and there will be nothing for you to do but buy a new one."
That happened with my player too.. try connecting it to a different PC and then try installing the firmware.. that worked for me.

Help Please My Creative Zen Firmware Prob

It suddenly happened. I have my Creative Zen just one year and a half and last time that I tried to turn it on it just did not. I did not smashed it or soaked or anything. I reset it. Cleaned it up, Formated all, and the same message is coming........ Firmware Problem!
!!! I have tried it all. I download the Creative Zen Firmware .03.04, the computer just dont detect the device at all. Any suggestions??

Try attaching an AC adapter (if you have one) and then attach it to your computer - sometimes this allows the computer to recognise the device so you can?re-install the firmware.

Creative ZEN Firmware prob

First. I'm new here, i've been looking for solutions on the boards but they can't solve my problem.
So my problem is, since yesterday, I tried to connect my creative ZEN to the computer and the player show the message "FIRMWARE PROBLEM"
Everytime I try to turn ON the player, the same message display.
I've already search on the web for solutions, like remove Windows Media Player from your computer, then download the firmware and upload the firmware to your mp3 player, but it doesn't work, because the computer doesn't recognises the player.
PLEASE, HELP ME!
thank you.
Message Edited by FallingToPieces on -09-2008 04:8 AMMessage Edited by FallingToPieces on -09-2008 04:53 AM

I've just found out!
When you turn on the player, you'll have to hold the play button, and then it will show you some options, in this case I had to choose "CLEAN UP" I've lost everything I had on my player, but I have him back!
Thanks, at least, to dranpencil for some help =)

Creative Zen weird prob

I have a 5g Creative Zen which was working fine until today when I dropped it. The player still turns on and connect to my PC ok. I'm still able to add and remove music from my library and it still plays ok but I cant get the view the screen its just blank so cant access any other music aprt from the last one I was playing as cant see what I am scrolling though. Tried to reset it but can see anything so really no idea what is going on. Pretty sure its not the hard dri've and the screen still lights up so not sure what is going on. Any ideas?

Did you break the harddisk? it sounds like you did maybe, but I dont know. Just from what I have read before, that could be it...

Creative ZEN installization prob

Hi everyone
Starting today i m also a creative user. Sadly i m having some troubles to install it..
I have windows Xp Pro SP2
i just bought a creative ZEN 4GB, i m trying to install butduring theinstallization it keep saying me this:
Registry value PAth under software / microsft / windows / current version / AppPaths/ CtCONV.exe cannot be created
Registry value PAth under software / microsft / windows / current version / AppPaths/ CTSyncu.exe cannot be created
Do install fails to launch c:/ windows / temp /CRF000 / CTXinst /setup.inx
CTX Commn do instal return error code is 2472332
i have tried to install it again and again but wont help, i also tried to use WMPlayer to sync my p3 but it didnt help also.
Well, i will keep trying and be waiting answer from anybody.. Any information would help,
Thanx

Did you break the harddisk? it sounds like you did maybe, but I dont know. Just from what I have read before, that could be it...

Creative zen sleek prob

The only way i can put songs on it is by putting the songs i downloaded on a CD then ripping them. When i try to Import the songs by going to "Import Media" it says transfer status: failed..it seems like the songs are blocked or something..someone please help..my aim is cody87x if you need me

I dont know if this is the same problem, but when i try to rip music from cds to my Zen sleek it keeps coming up with an error unable to complete message. I ahve reformated the **bleep** thing twice and i am able to rip a few cds then the problem comes up again! *Pulls out Galiger mallet* Take that you pos mp3!

Creative Zen Micro prob

Basically left mt player on to charge over night, turned it on and now wont turn on, it comes to the point where it says 'creative' on the screen then freezes and does nothing. I have tried rebooting it and it still does the same, it was working fine the day before. My warranty runs out in a couple of weeks, do u know if this can just be repaired as i dont want to lose all the music files on it. Can anyone help me?

I got same problem....i can plug mine in to charge or play....will just say creative......but the computer does not recognize its plugged in.
rhinno

Creative Zen and in-car ste

Hi everyone!
I've bought Creative Zen recently (http://pl.europe.creative.com/produc...4&product=6999) and I tried to connect it to my car stereo. I have brand new car with iPod and USB support but after plugging my Zen into USB port the stereo says "No media". In the car stereo manual I found that it works only with storage with FAT6 and 32 file systems. It was also said that VHAPPTL sector should be placed at 52 or 2048 byte. I've been googling for any information about file system on Zen but couldn't find anything, about VHAPPTL either :/ Can anybody help me solve this problem?
mp3 player: Creative Zen with 2GB flash memory (no SD card inside)
car: Hyundai i30 Comfort with basic car stereo (without CD changer)
p.s. The very first thing I have done was upgrading Zen firmware but didn't help

I forgot to write that very simple Samsung mp3 player did work fine with the stereo set.

Creative Zen quest

Can I use my Zen Neeon 5gb usb cable with a 4gb creative zen, with out causing any problems

The beauty about Creative MP3 players is that they use commonly available USB Cables for their players and as such you should be able to share the usb cable without any problem. If it is not long enough or if you misplaced it, you can go out to the stores and get the USB mini-B to Standard-A cable. This is typically used by those portable USB harddisk and digital cameras.

Creative Zen Touch 20 Gb as hard dr

Hello,
I am new in this.
I have the Creative Zen with 20 Gb and I am trying it.
I have some problems.
I have problems if I use the device as hard dri've. I have some errors as "Se ha producido un error desconocido y la operaci?n no ha tenido ?xito" ("An unknown error has produced and the operation has not successed"), "No se puede escribir en este archivo" ("It not posible write in this file") or "El reproductor no est? conectado" ("The reproductor is not connected")
Sometimes works correctly, I can read/write into the Zen, and other times not works.
When I try to read some data from the Zen I have the error "No se puede leer desde el dispositivo Jukebox" ("It not posible read from the Jukebox device".
I have tried with two diferents computers (Windows XP Professional and Windows 2000 Professional) without success.
Other question is that if th firmware is updated to version 2.xx, the Zen's software is not required when I would like to connect to another computer? Someone has updated the firmware? with problems? It is dificult to update the firmware?
Thank you very much,
Jordi
I hope that you understand my bad English.Message Edited by jordi_r_r on 0-07-2006 02:55 PM

Hola Jordi,
lo que quiero decir es que puede haber soluciones (se dice en este foro) para los fallos de comunicaci?n entre el reproductor y el software/Sist.Operativo, aunque ninguna me vali? a m?, por razones di'versas.
Dicen que actualizando el firmware la cosa se arregla, pero si te pasa como a m?, que no puedes evitar trabajar con Win98SE, entonces no puedes actualizarlo.
Tambi?n dicen que cambiando la marca de la tarjeta PCI2.0USB, es decir, comprando una nueva, la cosa se puede arreglar... Pero yo uso un port?til, as? que: P?ntalo de verde.
En mi opini?n se trata de ir probando hasta que encuentres tu soluci?n.
Yo a?n no he comprado ning?n otro reproductor. Los iPods est?n absolutamente agotados en la Comunidad de Madrid y s?lo se pueden comprar por internet a Apple directamente. Eso s?, un colega m?o lo compr? as? y lo ten?a en casa a los dos d?as, personalizado (te lo graban gratis por detr?s) y m?s barato por ser estudiante.
Yo creo que voy a probar un iPod video 30Gb
Por cierto, AQUI tienes una descripci?n de las pruebas que hice yo y el mensaje de error que me daba.
SaludosMessage Edited by MLK on 0-09-2006 :40 AM

Creative Zen Review With the AudioBook Listener In Mi

Here is a copy of my review of the Creative Zen which I just published on the amazon.com mp3 player forum in the thread I started over a year ago entitled "What's the best player for AudioBooks " It is the longest thread in the forum with little indication of slowing down, and it can usually be found as the first thread in the forum.
http://www.amazon.com/tag/mp3%20play...MxM6KCQW5Q9B6C
I wound up getting the Zen 4GB a few weeks ago but delayed posting until I figured out how I liked it.
- I like that it has a big screen with big text that I could get by using without my reading glasses (old eyes) in a pinch. That is a very toughtful touch I have't seen on any other players (not that I've seen them all.)
- The big screen will also show pictures and videos which I don't care much about but is a nice feature if desired.
- The big screen doesn't come with a cover and it will get scratched up fast. It took me a while to figure this out so my screen got a little scratched up before I realized it.
Consider screen covers mandatory. They are sold seperately in a 3 pack for around $8. This is so important the device ought to have come with at least one screen cover in the box, even if it raised the price $2. My screen cover has been on for a few weeks and shows no sign of wear or coming loose. I did combine it with a rubber device cover I got on amazon for $3 which protects the whole device and covers the edges of the screen and screen protector. The unit is now protected. The cover comes with a little strap and D-Ring clip which is good for hanging onto some piece of clothing.
- It has a built in battery which is good. It supposedly takes a long time to recharge but that is not an issue for me. I just plug it in to a USB port with the included 4" long cable and it has plenty of time to charge during the day for my use. A fast AC charger is available at extra cost (~$25 I think.)
- Defect: The unit shuts off after being on pause for a few minutes (good) but it starts up at the beginning of the track when you restart (bad.) If you turn it off, it restarts where you left off as it should. This would not be an issue for music listeners, but it is for audiobook listeners when the track may be an hour to several hours long.
- Defect: Bookmarks are not at the top of the Menu list and although some menus are customizable, the one with Bookmarks is not.
- Defect: You can't get to Bookmarks when in the book. You have to back up to Music Menu, click to get to menu, and scroll 2 spots to get to Bookmarks. Not a deal breaker when you get used to it, but clearly not designed properly with the audiobook user in mind.
- Sound quality: very good. Even with music, very nice.
- Included headphones: Nice sound. They fall out of my ears and get tangled up a lot but I think thats true of most earbud headphones. I'm going to get the Sony Sport headphones I've had before with a foldable over the head strap.
- Bookmarks: 0. Plenty for me. (Who listens to more than 0 books at a time )
- Price: $90 for 4GB. I thought that was quite reasonable.
SUMMARY: With a few menu enhancements and the ability to return to it's place after a pause/shutdown, I'd consider this device close to perfect for the audiobook listener.

Try going into "Control Panel->Administrati've tools" and clicking on "Computer Management". Find "disk management" in the left pane and click it. Your Stone should be in the right somewhere. I think you need to right click, then "choose dri've letter and paths" and give it a dri've letter with the "add" button. Let us know if that works.

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